Kevin Durant Joins LeBron James in 40-Point Milestone Against Cavaliers
Kevin Durant Joins LeBron James in 40-Point Milestone Against Cavaliers

Kevin Durant Joins LeBron James in 40-Point Milestone Against Cavaliers

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In a remarkable performance on Friday night, Kevin Durant scored 42 points, leading the Phoenix Suns to a 123-112 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers, marking their third consecutive win. This achievement made Durant the second player in NBA history, alongside LeBron James, to score at least 40 points against all 30 NBA teams. Additionally, Durant surpassed Kevin Garnett on the all-time field goals made list, now holding 10,508 career field goals and eyeing John Havlicek's 12th spot with 10,513. This game further solidified Durant’s legacy as one of basketball's greatest scorers, as he continues to average nearly 27 points per game in his 17th season. Despite the Suns' struggles this season, Durant's performance has been a standout, and his teammates have praised his contributions as vital for their playoff ambitions. The Suns, now positioned for a play-in spot in the Western Conference, look to build momentum against the Milwaukee Bucks next.

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